What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daily Substitute Instructional Assistant Pool position at Lynchburg City Schools?
Daily Substitute Instructional Assistant
GENERAL INFORMATION
Title: Substitute Instructional Assistant
Department: Lynchburg City Schools
Salary Grade: Substitute Pay Schedule
FLSA Status: Exempt
FLSA Status: Exempt
Site/Location: Lynchburg City Schools
Reports to: Building Administrator
Date: 9/30/2026
POSITION SUMMARY
The substitute instructional assistant provides continuity of instructional support for students when the regularly assigned instructional assistant is absent. Under the direction of the classroom teacher or appropriate school personnel, the substitute instructional assistant reinforces instruction, assists with classroom routines and learning activities, supervises students, and supports a safe and positive learning environment.
The substitute instructional assistant is expected to demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, dependability, flexibility, and a commitment to student learning and the mission of the school division. Lynchburg City Schools’ mission: To empower students for future success through high-quality instruction, supportive learning environments, and experiences that connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Reports to the assigned school and classroom on time and prepared to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
- Reviews and follows instructional materials, classroom procedures, and directions provided by the classroom teacher or appropriate school personnel.
- Works with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning objectives and standards under the direction of the classroom teacher.
- Assists with learning activities and supports students in understanding directions and completing assigned tasks.
- Supports students in learning and following classroom and school routines and procedures.
- Assists with the development of students’ social and emotional skills.
- Supports students’ academic and behavioral needs and reinforces classroom expectations as directed.
- Maintains a safe, orderly, respectful, and supportive learning environment.
- Supervises students during instructional and assigned non-instructional activities, including lunch, recess, transitions, and bus loading and unloading.
- Maintains classroom and student-related records as assigned.
- Communicates relevant information regarding student needs, classroom concerns, and assigned activities to appropriate school personnel.
- Maintains confidentiality of student and employee information and complies with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
- Follows established procedures for student safety, emergencies, discipline, technology, and other school operations.
- Exercises fair and ethical judgment, uses appropriate problem-solving and conflict resolution strategies, and seeks assistance when needed.
- Works professionally and cooperatively with students, staff, administrators, and families.
- Maintains a positive, professional, and solution-focused demeanor.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or designee.
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
Leadership Competencies
- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or GED (required).
- Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility; an associate’s degree; or completion of the ParaPro assessment (required).
- Experience working with children (preferred).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of basic instructional practices and strategies for reinforcing student learning.
- Knowledge of student supervision practices, classroom routines, and positive behavior supports.
- Knowledge of basic strategies for supporting students’ social and emotional development.
- Knowledge of student safety procedures, confidentiality requirements, and applicable school policies and procedures.
- Skill in reinforcing teacher-directed instruction with individual students and small groups.
- Skill in explaining directions clearly and supporting students in completing assigned activities.
- Skill in communicating professionally with students, staff, administrators, and families.
- Skill in using problem-solving techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
- Skill in using instructional materials and classroom technology and maintaining accurate records as assigned.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions, classroom procedures, and teacher-directed instructional activities.
- Ability to support students with varying academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
- Ability to adapt to different classrooms, grade levels, student needs, and changing assignments.
- Ability to supervise students, recognize safety concerns, and follow established emergency procedures.
- Ability to exercise fair and ethical judgment and seek assistance from appropriate school personnel when needed.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate dependability, and work cooperatively with school personnel.
- Ability to maintain a positive, professional, and solution-focused demeanor.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- None
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
SALARY:
Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales.
DAYS:
As needed (please pick up an average of 4 shifts per month)
START DATE:
2026-27
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Retirement Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off